Friday, February 10, 2012

bottega louie

. . . it's because there are just so many amazing restaurants out there-

and i like different restaurants for different reason!

i mean... if someone asked you "what is your favorite food" can you pick just one? i sure can't ;)

i do, however, like to "recommend" restaurants" depending on what you are looking for-

of all, bottega louie just might be one of my most recommended, most visited restaurant!so get ready, because this post is going to be long one filled with lots of photos!

i love the setting of bottega louiefrom outside to inside, to high ceiling, to minimal yet modern touch of decor in white... you really feel like you are in nyc rather than in la!add in super friendly waiters that look amazing (well, it depends nowadays but in the beginning...oh boy! those waiters were hot!) & affordable pricesand top it it off with food that is consistent?how can you not love this place?

i always appreciate any open-kitchen because it shows that they are confident with their food-

and as someone who likes to spend time in the kitchen, it's just so fun seeing them toss salads!

now here is where i do bring in the cons for this place...

there are only two:

1. you will have to valet...

because it's not in the area of downtown where you can find street parking

2. they don't take reservations

so you will have to wait...especially if you have a big group or if you are there on weekends

but why do i go back again & again?

because, you can wait happily!!!

they have really beautiful bakery/deli you can stare at for hours

and if you are really desperately hungry, you have the option to fill up your growling stomach with some goodies prior to getting your table

if you still have room for dessert, then you must try their chocolate souffle!!!it does take 20 minutes of preparation, so i recommend that you order it a little before you finish your meal-i get it pretty much whenever i am at bottega louie because it's that deliciousor you can opt for something lighter & faster from their bakerylike their fruit tart or macarons[dessert menu]

bottega louie's chocolate souffle

bottega louie's chocolate souffle

bottega louie's chocolate souffle

farmers market tartorange blossom cream & fresh farmers market fruits

earl grey macaron

last but not least

even the way they bring the bill makes the whole dining experience pleasant

yup, cherry on top of a sundae-

and . . .

when you leave...

make sure to bring back some deliciousness with you!

if you are a big foodie, their food might not be "mind-blowing" for you . . .. . . however, you will appreciate the whole dining experience at bottega louie which has been very consistent during my many many visits. . .so, as i recommended it to so many othersif you haven't been to bottega louie yet, it's a must ;)i am now happilyfull ♥ see you on my next adventure!